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Headrest Monitor Specifications

Screen Size

This is the size of the monitor on the unit. It is measured diagonally and in inches. The bigger the number the larger the screen.

7"

Screen Type

The type of technology used to produce the screen images. LCD, DLP, Plasma, LCoS, and CRT are the most common. 2 newer technologies include LED and OLED which use light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as a backlight, as opposed to conventional LCD TVs, which use cold-cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFL) for a backlight.

LCD

Touchscreen

If a unit is touchscreen capable, you can control a majority of it's functions by touching the screen.

No

OSD (On Screen Display)

Indicates that the unit has menus and features that display on the screen. Typically, on-screen menus allow users to adjust audio and video settings easier.

Yes

Number of Screens

The number of screen(s) the unit includes.

1

Remote Control

Allows control of specific features and functions from a remote control. Typically they are used to prevent button wear on your radio, or to allow easier navigation of menus.

Yes

DVD Player Included

This feature means that the item includes a DVD Player. For headrest monitors, the DVD player is usually built into the head rest for convenience.

No

Headrest Pillow(s) Included

If "Yes", the monitor(s) is pre-installed in an included universal headrest that allows for easy replacement of your factory headrest(s) without any necessary cutting or difficult mounting installation.

No

Additional Audio/Video Inputs

These inputs enable the unit to receive an audio or video signal from a separate source. There are many different types of connections and ways to accomplish this. Most common are RCA Composite cables and 3.5mm mini-jack plugs.

RCA Composite InputsThese are your typical red, white, and yellow RCA composite cables that are common among devices with audio and video inputs. The red and white cables are dedicated for audio. The red cable is for the right channel and the white is for the left channel. The yellow cable is specifically for the video signal. Because this type of auxiliary cable contains 2 channels of audio, it will support stereo sound.

3.5mmThis is commonly referred to as a mini-jack or a headphone jack. It is a 3.5mm plug that transfers audio only. There is a right and left audio channel on the plug which allows for stereo sound playback.

3.5mm AV InputThese plugs look similar to the common 3.5mm mini-jack, however they carry a third channel dedicated for video.

OptionalThis means that an auxiliary input is possible, but only with the use of an optional accessory. These optional adapters will sometimes use the CD Changer port or other port on the back of a unit that might restrict the use of other expandability features. These accessories are typically sold separately.

1 Rear RCA Video Input

Audio/Video Outputs

Audio/Video outputs are typically used to connect an overhead monitor to an aftermarket stereo. This is the number of A/V outputs that the item has. These outputs are usually RCA Composite cables.

RCA Composite OutputsThese are your typical red, white, and yellow RCA composite cables that are common among devices with audio and video inputs. The red and white cables are dedicated for audio. The red cable is for the right channel and the white is for the left channel. The yellow cable is specifically for the video signal. Because this type of auxiliary cable contains 2 channels of audio, it will support stereo sound.

No

USB Input

This feature refers to whether or not the receiver features an input to connect a USB device via standard USB or mini-USB. The USB input may be a connection on the front or rear of the unit with an extension cable for connecting devices to the receiver. Some units have an optional input that allows for a USB adapter to be purchased separately and used with the unit.

I'm using this in the house, connected to a CCTV security system. It's by the side door so when a bad guy peeps in, the first thing he is going to see is himself on screen.
It's been running 24/7 for 6 months now and working great. I will soon be ordering another to put near the bedroom and show all cameras without having to go down to the basement where the system is located.
I gave it a 4 star on durability because the remote seemed a little flimsy, admittedly, I haven't used the remote since the initial setup, I could be wrong.

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I purchased 2 of them and installed them in my Chevy Tahoe. For such cheap price I was blown away by how great the picture quality is. They were easy to install in my headrest using he supplied shroud and hardware and I like the match of the tan color to my interior. I highly suggest to anyone looking for a reasonably priced tv for their vehicle to buy one of theses or the other colors available. You won't be disappointed.

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LET ME START BY SAYING SONIC RULES!!! THIS MONITOR HAS BUILT IN INFRARED AUDIO OUTPUT FOR WIRELESS HEADPHONES. THE FEATURE I LIKE MOST IS ,THE REVERSE WIRE
HOOKUP, WHEN I REVERSE THE BACK UP CAMERA AUTOMATICALLY COME ON. IT HAS GREAT PICTURE QUALITY AND IT WAS INEXPENSIVE TOO.

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